Al-Nassr FC officially announced the completion of the signing of international striker Abdullah Al-Hamdan on a free transfer, following the expiration of his contract with their Riyadh rivals, Al-Hilal. This move comes as part of Al-Nassr's efforts to strengthen their squad with top local talent in preparation for upcoming competitions.
Al-Nassr's media center published a brief statement on its official social media account, which read: "Al-Nassr Club has officially signed Saudi national team star, Captain Abdullah Al-Hamdan, on a free transfer. Welcome, Abdullah, to your club, Al-Nassr." This announcement was met with widespread enthusiasm from Al-Nassr fans, who eagerly anticipate the player's contribution to the team.
Abdullah Al-Hamdan's numbers and digital career
Based on his recent statistics, Al-Hamdan played 415 minutes for Al-Hilal across all competitions last season, struggling to secure a regular starting position due to fierce competition. During that time, he managed only one goal. Throughout his professional career since his debut in the 2017-2018 season, the young striker has participated in 191 matches for Al-Shabab (his former club) and Al-Hilal, contributing to 39 goals. He scored 18 goals and provided 21 assists.
A journey among Riyadh's elite and the importance of the deal
Abdullah Al-Hamdan's transfer to Al-Nassr is particularly significant, not only because it's a move between two Riyadh giants, but also because it represents a new chapter for a player who first rose to prominence with Al-Shabab before his highly publicized transfer to Al-Hilal. Today, Al-Hamdan dons the Al-Nassr jersey, seeking to rediscover his form and prove his goal-scoring prowess.
This signing is a strategic gain for Al-Nassr, who are looking to bolster their bench and local squad with experienced international players, especially given their congested fixture schedule and competition on multiple fronts both domestically and continentally. Having a player with Al-Hamdan's qualities gives the coaching staff additional tactical options in attack.
International record with green
On the international level, Abdullah Al-Hamdan has a good record with the Saudi national team, having participated in 44 international matches, during which he succeeded in finding the net and scoring 10 goals, making him one of the names that can be relied upon in the future of Saudi football whenever he finds the opportunity to participate continuously and develop his level.
